G’day! Now, when it comes to Japanese cities, there’s always a bit of a dust-up about Tokyo and Osaka. If you’ve ever heard a yarn about Japan, you’d know these two cities are like chalk and cheese. But which one really cops more hate? Let's have a Captain Cook…
Tokyo, mate, is the big smoke. Think of it as Japan’s answer to Sydney. It's all hustle and bustle, skyscrapers left, right and centre, and people running around like blue-arsed flies. The joint never sleeps. Some folks reckon it’s too hectic – they feel like they've been thrown in the deep end without a paddle. The crowds can be bonkers, especially when you've just knocked off and everyone's heading for the next train. Some reckon it’s a tad impersonal, maybe because it's so massive.
Then there's Osaka. If Tokyo’s Sydney, Osaka’s our Melbourne. It’s a bit more laid-back, but don’t let that fool you; it’s got an edge. Osaka's known for its food – the street grub is legendary. You can't walk a block without someone spruiking okonomiyaki or takoyaki. But, not everyone’s a fan. Some say the city can be a bit rough around the edges, and the locals’ dialect can seem a bit full-on if you're not in the know.
So which one gets more flak? It’s a toughie. Tokyo gets dinged for being too manic and a tad cold, while Osaka can seem a bit unruly for those not used to its charm. At the end of the day, it’s like picking between Vegemite and peanut butter – it’s all down to personal taste, fair dinkum.
So, next time you’re in Japan, have a squiz at both and make up your own mind. Cheers!
According to a chart put together by J-Town, a Japanese regional info site, the most disliked prefectures are pretty clearly split between Tokyo in Eastern Japan and Osaka in Western Japan. Tokyo and Osaka are Japan's two biggest cities and have been rivals forever, but the reasons for not liking them seem to be different. Here’s a rundown of why people aren't keen on Tokyo and Osaka.
Reasons for not liking Tokyo:
- Way too many people. Lots of folks seem a bit cold.
- Heaps of news about crimes and accidents, which makes people think it’s not that safe.
- The cost of living is through the roof.
Reasons for not liking Osaka:
- The Kansai dialect isn’t everyone’s cup of tea.
- People talk loudly and can be a bit rough around the edges.
- There’s a bit of a dodgy rep with yakuza and troublemakers.
What do you reckon? In any part of the world, there'll always be some who aren't fans of the big cities, right? If there's a place you’re not fond of, let us know in the comments!
Japanese (日本語)
東京vs.大阪 嫌われてるのはどっち?
日本の地域情報サイト、Jタウンがまとめた図によると、西日本と東日本で嫌いな都道府県が東京と大阪にはっきりと分かれていることがわかりました。東京と大阪といえば日本の二大都市で、古くからライバル関係にありますが、嫌われている理由は異なるようです。東京が嫌いな理由と大阪が嫌いな理由についてまとめてみました。
東京が嫌いな理由
・人が多すぎる。冷たい人が多い。
・犯罪や事故等の報道が多く、治安が悪いイメージ。
・とにかく物価が高い。
大阪が嫌いな理由
・関西弁が苦手。
・声が大きくて言葉遣いが荒い。
・ヤクザや不良がたくさんいるイメージ。
どうでしたか?どこの地域でも、有名な都市は嫌いな人も多いですよね。
あなたの嫌いな国や地域があればコメント欄でぜひ教えて下さい。
Sentence Quiz (文章問題)
Fair dinkum, I really can't stand the countryside.
僕は田舎が正直嫌い。
Osaka's a pretty big city, but the cost of living's a fair bit cheaper.
大阪は都会なのに物価が安い。
The relationship between Tokyo and Osaka is a bit like that between New York and Los Angeles.
東京と大阪の関係はNYとLAのようだ。
Tokyo's not really a spot to settle down, but it's definitely a place to have a good time.
東京は住む場所ではなく、遊ぶ場所だ。
Related Words (関連ワード)
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Japanese | Hiragana | English (AU) |
---|---|---|
地域 | ちいき | Region |
情報 | じょうほう | Information |
西日本 | にしにほん | Western Japan |
東日本 | ひがしにほん | Eastern Japan |
嫌い | きらい | Dislike |
都道府県 | とどうふけん | Prefecture |
東京 | とうきょう | Tokyo |
大阪 | おおさか | Osaka |
都市 | とし | City |
ライバル | らいばる | Rival |
理由 | りゆう | Reason |
冷たい | つめたい | Cold |
犯罪 | はんざい | Crime |
事故 | じこ | Accident |
治安 | ちあん | Public safety |
物価 | ぶっか | Cost of living |
言葉遣い | ことばづかい | Choice of words |
ヤクザ | やくざ | Yakuza |
不良 | ふりょう | Delinquent |
有名 | ゆうめい | Famous |
*This article has been translated by AI. For more accurate information, please click here to view the original. (The original text is in American English and Japanese.)
Created by Hiroto T. Murakami.